Police Officer

Job Description - POLICE OFFICER

The University of Alabama at Birmingham Police and Public Safety Department seeks Police Officers to serve as the first line responding sworn department member for accomplishing the department’s mission and goals as they pertain to protection of life and property, the provision of patient healthcare services in the hospital, and the provision of all other services required by UAB and the department.

Interacts with the public, fellow officers and outside agencies in the performance of duties. Uses various software such as Microsoft Windows, Excel, and other applications specific to police operations.

• Protects life and property through the enforcement of laws and regulations;
  Proactively patrols assigned areas.
• Responds to calls for police service.
• Conducts preliminary and follow-up criminal and traffic investigations.
• Conducts interviews.
• Prepared written reports and field notes of investigations and patrol activities.
• Emergency duties required during adverse weather conditions.
• Operate law enforcement vehicle under emergency conditions day or night.
• Commanding emergency personnel at accident emergencies and disasters
• Takes an active role in Community Oriented Policing on campus.
• Self – initiate traffic and/or criminal investigations.
• Testifies in court.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Hourly Salary Range: $24.00 - $41.50

• High School diploma or GED
• Must be at least twenty-one years of age.
• Must have a valid driver’s license from the state of Alabama.
• Before receiving APOSTC certification, candidates who do not hold an associate degree or higher must complete the Alabama Basic Skills test.
• Candidates who are not certified must obtain certification from an authorized APOSTC Academy.
• The Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission (APOSTC) certification is required.

The UAB Police Department is proud to be recognized with Meritorious Advanced Law Enforcement Accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). This prestigious distinction, awarded to only a select group of agencies nationwide, reflects our commitment to excellence, professionalism, and community trust. As a CALEA-accredited agency, UABPD upholds internationally recognized standards in training, accountability, and service. When you join our team, you are joining a department committed to supporting your professional growth while ensuring the safety of our students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Equal Opportunity Statement: UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator.

The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located /titleix.